The Gateway to Enlightenment Retreat, part 4: Karma & the Key to Happiness

Join us for meditation retreats on Tuesday evenings this January. You'll receive teachings on and gain meditative experience of Lamrim, or Stages of the Path to Enlightenment -- the very essence of Kadampa Buddhist meditations that lead to enlightenment.

You'll be able to:

• Establish a joyful, step-by-step, and deeper approach to meditation

• Learn essential Buddhist perspectives, such as impermanence, refuge, and karma 

• Create a solid foundation for more advanced meditations

• Adopt a more meditative approach to life

Each Tuesday retreat includes practical instruction, guided meditation, and time for questions. No previous experience is necessary; absolutely everyone is welcome.

This retreat is also a perfect preparation for the Foundation Program, an in-depth study and meditation class which meets weekly on Tuesdays (7-9pm) starting February 6th.  (more information)

SCHEDULE

7:00 - 8:00pm: Teaching & Guided Meditation 1

8:20 - 9:00pm: Teaching & Guided Meditation 2

TEACHER

Gen Kelsang Zamling, Resident Teacher

BOOKS & MATERIALS

This event will be based on the following book(s):

• Modern Buddhism (free e-book available)

• The New Meditation Handbook

It's not necessary to have your own copy, but some people like to follow along or read more afterward. You can click any title above to learn more about it or to order a printed, e-book, or audio copy (select books only) from Tharpa Publications. You can also purchase copies in person at our Oak Park and Wicker Park locations.

COST

$25

Discounts for Members: half off for Standard Members; free for Plus Members and Benefactor Members. 

No one turned away for lack of funds; contact us to request financial accommodations. 

Refund policy

LIVESTREAMING

This event is available by livestream for monthly members. Monthly members should register below to attend in person, and through the Livestreaming for Members page to attend by livestream. Not a member? Learn more about our membership options here.